2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Neon would be higher. Both 2000 Chrysler Neon and 2005 Opel Meriva are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (155 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Neon | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 53 L |
